Once the weather warms up, it's time to hit the road in Louisiana. From now until the first frost, towns across the state are setting up shop in schools, city squares, fairgrounds and state parks prepare to showcase what they do best.

This week alone, 13 Louisiana festivals dot the landscape. If you're hungry for homestyle cooking, the newly opened Le Meritage continues its French Quarter Wine Festival, Washington, Louisiana is frying up some catfish and chefs from around the state are cooking up their best at the Chef's Soiree in Covington.

CFMA Cajun Day, March 12-15, Port Allen, West Baton Rouge Community Center, N. Jefferson Avenue. 225-336-2423.Celebration of Cajun culture with music, dancing and food. Sponsored by the Cajun French Music Association.